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  1. Steel poles to look like wood

    I've done several of the painted faux finish posts. Not too hard and looks pretty good. Another option depending on the size of the post is wrap with Trex
  2. Painting or Cleaning Alumacore

    We go over it with some polish compound, and wax after it's lettered. Any more work that it's not worth it.
  3. Sticker Mule needed a permit

    It is a political sign, therefore protected speech, which a lot of times exempts you from zoning, but taht is debatable. In any case I would still think it would requite a building permt to be sure it's installed up to code.
  4. Symbol Sign Version of this message

    Search "icons" for those messages, there will be symbols for Propane, No Smoking and Danger
  5. Engineering Required for Channel Letters?

    We have towns that require a stamped drawing for a 1x8 dibond wall sign..permits cost way more than the sign.
  6. Giant Check Substrate

    Like Gino we've used many things, usually coro because they want them as cheap as possible. But PVC if the want a smooth finish
  7. HDU sign

    You could upsell with a copper "roof"
  8. Lookin for a source for, or tips for making something like this...

    Simple project, 4x4s or 6x6 w/4'x4 or 4x6 arm, many options avialable. Lap joint with glue and thru bolt (I use galvanized carriage bolts) long eye bolts thru arm, again galvanized or stainless. You can add stock scroll brackets for decoration. I often add a skirt board a few feet up around the...
  9. Vinyl vs. Printing

    I agree. We still do lots of cut vinyl graphics. And a bunch of out printed stuff is still Gerber Edge with a clear coat. Holds up really well
  10. Banners with frequently changed dates

    We use Gerber Instachange
  11. Not sure if I'm using the correct terminology................................................................................

    I use a liquid clear coat on a lot of my Gerber Edge stuff. When I spec it I call it a clear coat. Never had anyone question me about it. When I sell digital printing I spec it as laminated.
  12. Roof mounted sign letters

    I've done several over the years and had to deal with all the issues mentioned. If permitted and done right they are fine. It's best if you have access to the underside of the roof. Biggest one I did we were able to thru bolt the sleepers to the steel beams using existing holes. We put down...
  13. Advice on old metal cemetery sign

    If is cast metal aren’t the letters raised? In which case just strip the old paint, prime and paint the whole thing. Then repaint the letters and border with lettering enamel
  14. Outdoor Wall-Mounted Sign Frame 8'x4'

    Sign Comp wall mount frame https://www.signcomp.com/media/201006160206-K1949.pdf
  15. Canva

    Even if they have the "Pro" version they still can't figure out how to export as a vector pdf. I just send it to the Vectordoctor and change for any extra time
  16. Etch vinyl project

    Yes. I'll supply the file. Need a price first. Thanks
  17. Etch vinyl project

    Hello Looking for someone who can do a couple cut etch vinyl jobs for interior office doors. About 3’ x 3’ Thanks
  18. Etch Vinyl

    Thanks
  19. What materials to use for an outdoor placard applied to a cement wall?

    Around here they are usually on a stake and stuck in the ground. For a concrete wall mounting foam tape and a little silicone works fine
  20. Etch Vinyl

    I have a client looking for some cut etch vinyl for interior glass. One about 35"x30", the other a little smaller. Each would have a large logo letter dropped out of the etch Anybody got a source? Thanks
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